Meaning of the word "on the hook for" in English
What does "on the hook for" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
on the hook for
US /ɑn ðə hʊk fɔr/
UK /ɑn ðə hʊk fɔr/
Idiom
1.
responsible for something, especially a debt or a difficult situation
Example:
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After the accident, he was on the hook for all the repair costs.
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If you don't pay, I'll be on the hook for the entire bill.
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